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Amazon Advertising Software Engineer interview experience: written problem-solving stage

Amazon AdvertisingSoftware Engineer · Other · Jul 2026

The first test was assignment-like and covered a broad mix: Java depth questions, React, SQL, and some DevOps. After my first round, there was also a paper-based written problem-solving step. I was rejected at that written stage. I had traveled a long way for the interview and did not feel ready enough after dealing with the timing and logistics. With more than 40 hours spent traveling, I was not…

Shared by a candidate · reported Jul 2026. Interview formats change; use it as a guide, not a script.